Anthony Edwards in NBA Historical Shooting Slump

Anthony Edwards' Unprecedented Shooting Drought

Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Anthony Edwards is experiencing a shooting slump so extreme it has never happened in NBA history. Over his last four games, Edwards has made just 3 of 30 three-point attempts, marking the first time any player has shot at least 7 threes in consecutive games while making no more than one in each contest.

From Hot Start to Historic Cold Streak

The 2024 NBA three-point leader began the season scorching hot, hitting 9 of 19 threes in early games before a hamstring injury sidelined him. Upon returning, he was even better, making 20 of his next 39 attempts from deep across a four-game stretch – the sixth time in his career he's achieved such efficiency.

However, the recent slump has been historic:

• 1-for-7 vs. Kings
• 0-for-8 vs. Nuggets
• 1-for-7 vs. Mavericks
• 1-for-8 vs. Wizards

This 3-for-30 stretch has dropped his season three-point percentage to 36.4%, though his cold streak surpasses even previous career slumps like his 5-for-31 stretch in 2024.

Silver Linings Despite the Slump

While Edwards' shooting has vanished, the Timberwolves continue winning. His impact extends beyond three-pointers:

• Improved defense with at least two steals in each of the last four games
• Effective scoring inside the arc
• Aggressive free-throw attempts

"He turned down a couple that came his way I thought were open in the second half," said coach Chris Finch. "At this point in time, he's just got to try to get out, get some buckets the old-fashioned way... His shot will come back to him."

What's Next for Edwards

Though Edwards declined postgame interviews, his confidence remains intact. After taking blame for a loss against the Nuggets, he's focused on snapping out of the slump amid a demanding upcoming schedule:

"We continue to call his number, try to put them in different situations. If they're doubling him, then we try to put them in situations where maybe they're not doubling him."

Teammate Naz Reid offered perspective: "It's just part of the game... Just stick with it, getting yourself involved in other ways."

The Timberwolves face the Suns (8-2 in last 10) on Friday and the NBA-leading Thunder next Wednesday – contests where Edwards' three-point shooting will be crucial against stiffer competition.

Historical Context

This slump isn't just career-worst for Edwards – it's unprecedented in NBA annals. Prior to this, the fewest threes he made in a four-game span with 30+ attempts was 5-for-31, with all makes coming in a single game. His current slump represents a new benchmark for futility in league history.

Fantasy Implications

Edwards' fantasy value remains intact despite the slump. He's still contributing across categories while maintaining high usage. Owners should ride out the cold spell, as his track record suggests a significant bounce back is imminent.